Growing up in one of the most notorious neighborhoods in Brooklyn isn't easy, but for a long time it seemed as if Prince Poet Washington might defy those odds. Sixteen years ago, his father abandoned the family, so Poet has always felt a sense of responsibility. At twenty years old, he is the man of the house, keeping a watchful eye on his two younger sisters and helping his hardworking mother with the bills. It's not easy, but as a loyal son and brother, Poet feels it's his obligation to take care of his family. His willingness to protect them by any means necessary may seem admirable to most, but when Poet unwittingly goes above and beyond the call of duty, horrible secrets are revealed. Now the trust and the bonds that he worked so hard to build are threatened. Will Poet succumb to the pressure?The Killer Poet is a poignant story about a misguided young man torn between two factors: his allegiance to his family or doing whatever it takes to survive in the streets....

Ebony, Phoenix and Joi are three thirty-somethings with some serious man problems! Ebony thinks that she's found love with Dray, her boyfriend of three years, until she discovers that their relationship is not what it once was. Ebony is not ready to be without a man in her life. Will her trust issues and broken heart make her go back to her promiscuous ways? Phoenix is attractive, single, and childless. She has a successful career and lives a very comfortable lifestyle. One would think that she's a great catch, but when her superficial, diva-like ways threaten her chances to be with someone who truly loves her, is she willing to make a change?Joi gets nothing but drama because her man, Tate, has a baby with his ex-girlfriend. Joi is determined to have Tate all to herself, by any means necessary. Will she finally get her man, or will her ploy to get Tate end up doing more harm than good to their relationship? Mad 'Cause She Ain't You explores the frustrating,...

In the scorching sequel to Yoshi's Taboo, Corrections Officer Sierra Howell is back and trying to put her past behind her. Her torrid affair with inmate Rasheed Gordon landed her in hot water with her supervisors—and also pregnant with Rasheed's child. Sierra's determined to move on and make a proper life for herself and her baby, but Rasheed's not letting go that easy. He insists that all he wants is to be a good father to Messiah, but Sierra's not so sure it's a good idea for him to hang around—especially as Lamont's been like a father to Messiah since day one. . .. But old flames die hard and this one is nearly raging out of control. Will Sierra follow her head and marry Lamont—or will her heart win out and betray her again?

It's been four years since the tragic suicide-death of Yadira Cruz and thirty-eight year old Correction Officer Sean Daniels' life was finally on the right track. He was married to the beautiful Milan; he had a successful law enforcement career, a supportive family and great friends. But when Sean's ex-lover, Brandi Wallace suddenly re-enters his life, he sees everything that he worked so hard to build flashing before his eyes. Brandi is a very attractive woman and part of a shameful past that Sean desperately tries to forget. But the temptation to rekindle their steamy romance becomes very hard for Sean to resist and the persistent Brandi will not be stopped. She insists on reminding him that they have unfinished business to tend to and she won't quit until she get what she wants.

To some men, Corrections Officer Sean Daniels would be considered the luckiest guy in the world. He has two gorgeous ladies vying for his attention.Corrections Officer Yadira Cruz is a feisty hot tamale with a history of failed relationships. After a bad breakup with her daughter's father, she sets her sights on Sean. The sex is sizzling, but is Sean ready to give her the commitment she's looking for?Brandi Wallace is a single mom whose nineteen-year-old son, Shamari, is serving time at Rikers Island. On the outside, Brandi is poised, polished, and a knock-out! On the inside, she's hiding a violent past. Sean feels a connection with Brandi, and the need to protect her.Sean might think he's having some harmless fun as he toys with their affections, but what he doesn't know is that each of these women is playing for keeps, and neither one is willing to lose. When Yadira and Brandi learn that Sean's been playing them both, a deadly game begins. The stakes are high, and...